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Akshay Kumar to make his Telugu cinema debut with Vishnu Manchu’s Kannappa

Akshay Kumar's Telugu debut Kannappa is directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and also stars Mohan Babu, Vishnu Manchu amongst others.

By: PTI
New Delhi | April 16, 2024 01:40 PM IST

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Akshay Kumar and Vishnu Manchu will be seen in Telugu film Kannappa. (Photo: Instagram/vishnumanchu)

Actor Akshay Kumar has boarded the cast of the Vishnu Manchu-starrer Kannappa, the makers announced on Tuesday.

While details about Akshay Kumar’s role are unknown, the film marks the actor’s Telugu cinema debut. Manchu, who plays the titular role in Kannappa, shared the news of Akshay Kumar’s casting on his official X page.

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“The #Kannappa journey just got more thrilling as we welcome the Superstar Mr. Akshay Kumar to the Telugu Film Industry. Thrilled to announce his debut in Telugu cinema with Kannappa. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!” the actor captioned his post.
Based on a true story, the upcoming movie will follow the journey of Kannappa, an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva.

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Check out Vishnu Manchu’s post –

Kannappa is directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and produced by Manchu’s banners AVA Entertainment and 24 Frames Factory. The film also stars Preity Mukhundhan, Mohanlal, Mohan Babu, R Sarathkumar, Brahmanandam, Madhoo, and Mukesh Rishi. It will be released in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi and English.

Akshay Kumar‘s latest release is action film Bade Miyan Chote Miyan.

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